October 18, 2013

The BRCA1 and 2 gene mutations that predispose a woman to aggressive breast cancer got a lot of attention this year when actress Angelina Jolie shared the story of her preventive double mastectomy with the world... read article »

Ever wonder who makes sure your patients receive the right medications while in the hospital? During National Hospital and Health–System Pharmacy Week, October 20-26, the Pharmacy Department at UTMB Health is planning activities to help you learn more about how pharmacists contribute to patient care and to increase awareness of the pharmacy services provided at UTMB Health... read article »

Some are drawn to Galveston for its beaches. Some are drawn to the island to escape from the fast pace pace of city life. But for Patt Lindsey it was a hospital stay more than 65 years ago that drew her to the island. And then back again... read article »

Breast cancer treatment has changed dramatically in the past 25 years. In the late 1980s, when I entered the field of breast surgery modified radical mastectomy was still the standard treatment... read article »